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Douglas Keeps U.S. Edge as European Airbus Enters Market
Eastern Airlines may lease four Airbus jets for six months at 8.5 million to 10 million, with potential orders exceeding 50 at 25 million each through 1980, signaling European challenge to U.S. aerospace. Douglas officials say impact limited for now, noting Airbus competition primarily affects Lockheed and not Long Beach DC-10 plans. Representatives highlight DC10 expansion to boost capacity while Airbus competes with European design.
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